Sam Reid calls time
Veteran Sydney Swan and 2012 premiership player Sam Reid has called time on his 15-year career, effective immediately. This comes after he was subbed out of the VFL on the weekend with a hamstring injury.
Say your goodbye to Reid this weekend at the SCG, when he does a farewell lap at half time.
Read more on his retirement, HERE.
What’s on in Round 20
We're back at the SCG this week for a clash with the Western Bulldogs. Head to Sydney Swans HQ and Driver Avenue pre-game with plenty to see and do before first bounce.
At a glimpse:
The March: 2:25pm
First Bounce: 3:20pm
The March is on again this weekend. See your favourite players up close as they walk from Sydney Swans HQ to the stadium ahead of the game from 2:25pm. Follow the signs for the best vantage point to see the stars.
Plus, catch a glimpse of our AFLW squad before their season starts when they're introduced on-field before the game. They can also be found on Driver Avenue so be sure to stop and ask for a photo or autograph.
See everything happening around the grounds, HERE.
Robbie Fox’s 100th game
Versatile defender and forward Robbie Fox is preparing to play his 100th game in the red and white. Fox was recruited as a rookie in 2016 from the Coburg Lions and has worked hard to be a regular in the 22.
The 31-year-old is known for his agility, often setting the pace in the preseason 2km time trial. A dedicated Swan, Fox also recently committed to the club until at least the end of 2025.
Injury Update
Tom Papley was sidelined in our game against Brisbane last weekend with a medial ankle ligament injury and will be out for 4 - 6 weeks.
Dane Rampe is also set to miss 1-2 weeks with a low grade calf strain.
Will Hayward has recovered well from a lateral ankle injury. He will be a test to play on Sunday.
Words from the senior coach
In this week’s press conference, John Longmire spoke about what our goal kicking midfield will look like moving forward with several new injuries.
“It's been a real strength over the season. But we'll just have to adapt. Every team goes through some challenges at different times with key personnel missing. It's our opportunity to make the most of that challenge now, so that's just part of football.”
Reflecting on our close two point loss to the Brisbane Lions, Longmire highlighted the importance of standing up in high-pressure moments.
“Three out of our four games, we've had opportunities in the last two minutes to win the game. If you get three of those right, all of a sudden, it's a completely different narrative. We'd fought back a couple of times in the last quarter, despite being under-manned."
